Nondisp transverse fracture of shaft of right radius, init

This code signifies a break across the width of the main part (shaft) of the right forearm bone (radius) that has not shifted out of alignment. It indicates that the bone ends remain in their normal position.

Apply this code for the initial treatment of a patient presenting with a newly diagnosed, non-displaced transverse fracture of the right radial shaft. This is appropriate for closed fractures where the skin remains intact over the injury site.

• Ensure documentation specifies "nondisplaced" and "transverse" for the right radius shaft.
• The "A" suffix indicates an initial encounter for the fracture care.
• Verify the fracture is closed; open fractures require a different seventh character.